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DOT 5?

Recovry4x4

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RE: Re: RE: Re: RE: Two types of DOT 5

Some FYI here guys. I opened a gallon can of BFS from the guy selling it in the classifieds. The cans are marked with a mfd date of 10/94 and a test date of 10/96. This stuff is much newer than the surplus stuff in the jugs I have. I didn't see any problems with the BFS. Poured it right in the bleeder and then proceeded to the M108 and bled the brakes no problems. I am now sitting on 6 gallons of BFS. Hopefully that wil be enough for the rest of my days collecting.
 

sprucemt

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Dot 5

The Dot 5 that I am currently selling is 2003 Mfg.I do have older BFS if someone is so inclined.I also have a limited amount of yellow BFS.
 

DanMartin

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RE: Dot 5

Good timing...was just about to get into the brakes on my deuce.

About how much BFS would be required for a full system flush? (I have the split brake system on my 88, so I'm assuming it'll take a bit more than an older system).
 

ida34

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RE: Dot 5

Is the older stuff cheaper or same price? What kind of shipping for two gallons to Dexter, MI 48130? I am down to my last bottle and need some for reserve.

Thanks
Chuck
 

Recovry4x4

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RE: Dot 5

I've used BFS dating back to 1982 without any ussues. As long as the bottle/can is sealed, it should be fine.
 

sprucemt

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RE: Dot 5

Any products on my site are shipped UPS ground at exact charge at the time of the order. With UPS seeming to change prices daily, I do not quote shipping prior to recieving an order by phone or thru the website. I take great care to double pack and box all of the grease's, oils and such to insure they arrive safely. Therefore, I can give you a exact rate after packing the product and not before.

With more than a five hundred gallons passing thru my facility, I have yet seen a bad can of DOT 5. Yet , I have heard rumors that there has been in the past, a bad batch. The product had curdled and seperated. Never saw it myself.

Older or yellow BFS is the same price as the newer. I just sell it to a different client base. In fact cans of 2006 MFG are going to the NJMTA show to a couple SS members.

Feel free to contact me by phone or email.
 
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